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ECONOMIC GROWTH

Service failure is now 'distinct possibility,' warns report

By Dan Peters | 04 December 2015

A council could move into special measures on financial grounds for the first time within the nex...

WHITEHALL

Essex leader's 'patchwork of powers' warning

By Dan Peters | 04 December 2015

The Government’s focus on devolution to cities risks creating a ‘patchwork of powers’ across Engl...

HEALTH

Devo a one-way trip for councils

By Sam Clayden | 03 December 2015

Councils could be left trapped in combined authorities even if their circumstances change, commun...

FINANCE

Sector must lead the escape from centralism

By Heather Jameson | 03 December 2015

In the aftermath of the Spending Review, there has been lots of talk about what the chancellor’s ...

ECONOMIC GROWTH

Focus on economic growth 'de-railing' devolution

By Sam Clayden | 03 December 2015

An excessive focus on economic growth is hindering devolution, according to a think-tank.

FINANCE

Going backwards to go forwards

By Tom Stannard | 03 December 2015

‘Backcasting from the future’ is now the way ahead for local regeneration says Tom Stannard

FINANCE

Time for a new strategy

By Alexandra Jones | 03 December 2015

The Spending Review highlights the importance of a significant ‘re-design’ of the local governmen...

FINANCE

Blood, sweat and tiers

By Nicola Bulbeck | 03 December 2015

Nicola Bulbeck describes how shared working across local authorities has benefitted the staff and...

FINANCE

Kakistocracy or democracy!

By John Smith | 03 December 2015

Empowerment of local councils needs to be addressed to reinforce democratic legitimacy, writes Jo...

WHITEHALL

Politics clouds devolution deals

03 December 2015

Political infighting is frustrating efforts to push through further devolution deals throughout t...

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Service Director – Skills and Regeneration

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Kirklees Metropolitan Council

Service Director – Commissioning, Quality and Health Partnerships (Children’s)

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Torbay Council

frederica-diamanta

Service Director – Skills and Regeneration

up to £114,023

Kirklees is a district of ambition, compassion, and opportunity. Apply for this job

Kirklees Metropolitan Council

Service Director – Commissioning, Quality and Health Partnerships (Children’s)

up to £114,023

Kirklees is a district of ambition, compassion, and opportunity. Apply for this job

Kirklees Metropolitan Council

Senior Lawyer (Regeneration)

£55,181 - £58,269 / year

No two days in Torbay are ever the same! Apply for this job

Torbay Council